Phlebotomist Float - ProMedica Lab - Full Time - Days

Performs all core functions within the phlebotomy section of the laboratory.

• Collects products or specimens for basic procedures and performs pointofcare testing using proper techniques.
• Follows strict principles of asepsis and antisepsis. Assists in the care of the patient prior to during and after specimen collection.
• Determines from like samples combinations of tests and the associated acceptable minimum volumes. Knowledgeable of preanalytic variables which may affect specimen analysis. Familiar with test synonyms and abbreviations and crossreferencing tests to specimen types.
• Utilizes laboratory computer information system to include all work aides and shortcuts within the system. Utilizes quality assurance data to enhance the services rendered by the section. Recommends changes in procedures to address quality issues and provide customer satisfaction.
• Performs and documents quality control procedures. Utilizes laboratory computer information system.
• Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures objectives quality assurance safety environmental and infection control. Complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies by attending mandatory inservices and continuing laboratory education and participating in continuous quality improvement. Maintains and upgrades personal professional development.
• Performs routinely difficult specimen collections such as redraws and misses.
• Maintains appropriate par levels and organizes supplies and equipment in work areas as assigned. Notifies appropriate associate when reorder levels are reached and equipment needs to be repaired.
• Assists in the training new associates or students.
• As needed performs all preanalytic tasks associated with sample preparation including but not limited to centrifugation decanting specimen distribution and specimen packaging.
  

Outpatient Sites

• Performs patient registration maintains Standing Order renewals and
• Performs other clerical duties as needed.
• Documents any changes in orders reasons for cancellation or change in demographics.
• Performs other duties as directed or assigned

Mobile Phlebotomist Addendum

• Performs the essential duties of a Phlebotomist.
• Has completed function specific HIPAA training.
• Follows the guidelines of the home draw area in respect to drawing patients in a timely and efficient manner.
• Communicates with coworkers any information needed to perform their job efficiently.
• Calls the patient the night before to schedule draw within a two hour time frame.
• Keeps vehicle properly maintained and clean. Keeps current with oil changes recalls and other mandatory inspections

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a formal phlebotomy training program or documented phlebotomy experience (Ex. Venipunctures Experience with Effective Puncture Techniques Blood Draws).

• Professional registration preferred.
• Must be able to continuously move about department and between workstations.
• Must be able to understand directions and be able to communicate and respond to inquiries. Requires effective interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to tolerate exposure to disease bearing specimens blood and body fluids.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be able to input and retrieve information from computer.
• Must be able to move lift or carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. up to 10 of the time.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

ProMedica is a missionbased notforprofit integrated healthcare organizational headquartered in Toledo Ohio. For more information please visit applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin ancestry religion sex/gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression age physical or mental disability military or protected veteran status citizenship familial or marital status genetics or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica please contact

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